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Head of Christ

Johann Ulrich Mayr

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man's upper body, focusing on his head and shoulders. His head is slightly tilted to the side with a gentle movement in his posture. He has a detailed facial expression with deep-set eyes and a slightly open mouth. His long, wavy hair cascades around his face, and he wears a crown made of thin thorn-like branches. The man's shoulders are visible with minimal clothing detail, suggesting a bare or lightly clothed upper body. The background is a neutral, textured surface providing a warm-toned backdrop to the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1670
Medium
black chalk with white heightening on brown oatmeal paper
Dimensions
3347 × 4531 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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